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Originally Posted by dksuddeth
so how do you differentiate the arms that the people can own and bear without being infringed (that 'shall not be infringed' part is kind of important also) and still prevent the 'blank check' on firearms ownership?
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The "right" is tied to the "well-regulated militia," which is tied to the "security of a free state." If a well-regulated militia is essential to the security of a free state, "blank cheques" probably aren't a good idea.
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